When you are in the pirate world, the sound of a sheep opens the gate of heaven

"Don't tell me what big truths you are talking about. You don't even see how vast the ocean is..."

Crocodile pressed his chest and wanted to say something more, but before he could finish his words, he lost consciousness due to severe pain.

Aoun's last blow was no joke. At least five of his chest ribs were broken. This level of damage was beyond what his own willpower could bear for him who had been pampered for so many years.

"You've obviously been tortured to this point by yourself but you still don't have much remorse? What a stubborn temper."

Looking at the unconscious Crocodile on the ground, Aoun hesitated to take out the ingot and end Crocodile's life completely.

As a very rare natural devil fruit, the Shasha Fruit can definitely bring a top-grade legend to Ornn.

But is the value of a top-grade legend comparable to that of Crocodile?

The answer is obviously no.

Although Crocodile is very good now, Aoun, who has read the comics, knows that his future upper limit is not low.

In the original work, after learning that there is no Pluto in Abalastan, Crocodile, who is enlightened, chooses to return to the new world with Mr. 1 Daz Bonis after the war on top.

And in just two years, he increased his bounty from 81 million to 1.965 billion, which is higher than the 1.659 billion that the "Empress" Boa Hancock had after the Shichibukai was abolished. Later, he and Hawkeye supported the "Ugly Emperor" Bucky to establish the Cross Guild for puppets, and became one of the two "Royal Fathers" of the Cross Guild...

Although Crocodile has never taken action in the comics two years later, the change in his bounty alone is enough to show that his strength level two years later is enough to firmly occupy the first echelon.

If he is willing to sincerely join him, the benefits he can bring to him will definitely be greater than a legendary creation.

But, can he conquer the arrogant Crocodile?

After thinking for a long time, Aoun finally let go of his hand holding the ingot.

You have to give it a try... If you really can't get him to join you sincerely, it won't be too late to do it then.

But before that...

Aoun looked at the unconscious Crocodile with a somewhat evil smile on his lips.

In order to prevent you from constantly causing trouble for me, or pinning your hopes on some illusory things... let me go to Impel Down City to play a promotion match first!

With this thought in mind, after Aoun picked up Crocodile, he turned to look at Robin who was standing with Yamato and said:

"Miss Robin, I wonder what you're thinking about?"

"well?!"

Robin was stunned for half a second, and then realized that Aoun was talking about inviting her on board the ship.

She looked at Crocodile being carried on Aoun's shoulders and couldn't help but feel confused for a moment.

Crocodile has failed. If she doesn't join the opponent's pirate group, she seems to have nowhere to go at this stage.

And judging from the reaction of the girl named Yamato next to him, this pirate group is not the kind of pirate group that does all evil in the traditional sense, and the way the crew members get along with each other is also very enviable.

But... my own president couldn't wait to join the opponent just after losing. What kind of thing is this?

This kind of attitude that is like a wallflower will not make the other party take you seriously...

Robin's brain was running rapidly, but he still couldn't find a suitable answer.

Just when she felt at a loss, Aoun's voice sounded again at the right time:

"Sorry, I seem to be a little too impatient. This kind of thing really should be carefully observed before making a decision... So, in this process, can you guide us first?

Let's go to the base camp of Baroque Working Group to rest for a while, and let me see how many people in Baroque Working Group are loyal to this crocodile. "

Looking at the bright smile of the man opposite him who was about the same age as himself, Robin's mind went blank for a moment unconsciously, and he only followed his instinct and said unnaturally:

"Please, please come with me."

…………

Yudi, underground of Yuyan Casino.

"Captain Orne, what did you say? Crocodile has been defeated?! But...but I haven't even arrived at Albana yet!"

On Crocodile's desk, the phone bug vividly imitated Ikarem's shocked expression.

The "Shichibukai under the King", which had made the entire Alabasta royal family fear and hesitate for more than ten years, was solved so easily... Who would believe this kind of thing if told!

"I know that this kind of thing may be difficult for you to accept, but it is the fact. After the call with you is over, I plan to use the exclusive phone number of Crocodile Works to announce the news to their subordinates.

If things go well, in about three to five days, the entire Alabasta will no longer have to be troubled by the Baroque Work Society. "

Aoun put his feet on the desk that was missing half of the desk. Opposite him, Robin was looking at him with shock on his face.

It wasn't until Aoun hung up the call with Ikarem that Robin spoke cautiously:

"Aoun...Mr., are you sure you want to do this? Use Mr. 0's phone bug to inform all members of the work club that he has been defeated by you... With all due respect, if this matter is not handled properly, I'm afraid the entire rain will be ruined." The banquet will be surrounded by members of the Baroque Working Society.”

Aoun smiled and looked at the uncomfortable Robin and said:

"Is that really going to happen, Miss Robin? I hope you can tell me truthfully, if I really call this number, how many members of the Baroque Working Society will be willing to come to rescue this crocodile. "

"This..." Robin took less than a second to react. This seemed to be the first test set for her by the young captain in front of her.

How to answer?

Do you directly state your inferences, or make nonsense, or say that you have just joined the work company not long ago and you are not clear about the staff arrangement below?

Wouldn't answering truthfully reveal your intention to join the other party?

If you lie, once the man opposite you gets into trouble, it will be difficult for you to accept yourself in the future.

From this point of view, only the third statement is the most appropriate...

but……

Looking at the handsome young man with burning eyes in front of him, Robin hesitated.

For the first time, facing the other party's unconcealed conspiracy, she didn't want to put up any resistance, and she didn't want to play the usual tricks of resisting and welcoming, playing hard to get.

The girl named Yamato who pulled her out of the sandstorm appeared in front of her unconsciously.

Recalling what she said to herself...

"If you die, the captain will be very upset."

"The captain's battle does not require my excessive intervention."

This kind of firmness, this kind of almost unconditional trust... Such emotions were something Robin had never felt before.

Since O'Hara was destroyed, she has settled in no less than thirty powerful organizations, but she has never felt such unconditional trust in any organization.

Because I have never felt it before, I have uncontrollable fantasies.

Can I have such a partner? Can I trust someone unconditionally?

She stared directly at Aoun, and after a moment she finally made up her mind:

"Based on what I know about the members of the society, perhaps only Mr. 1 and Miss., and Mr. 2 will choose to come to rescue Mr. 0, whom they have never met. As for Mr. 3, Miss. Golden Week and others, I don’t think they will take risks for Mr.0.”

After listening to Robin's answer, Aoun stood up and took out a bottle of wine from the wine cabinet at the back of Crocodile's office, which was worth a lot just by looking at the packaging.

After pouring himself a glass and then pouring another glass and pushing it in front of Robin, Aoun looked directly at Robin and asked:

"Can I take this answer as your vote to join us?"

Robin didn't meet Ornn's eyes, and he didn't rush to answer the question.

She lowered her head to look at the glass of wine Aoun pushed and looked at the reflection in the wine. After a long silence, she took a deep breath, suppressed all the expectations in her heart, and said in a cold and calm tone:

"Mr. Aoun, I don't object to joining your pirate group, but before that, I think I have to figure out one thing first, that is, why do you want me to join your pirate group so urgently? "

The cruel real life has long deprived her of the right to dream, and she has long passed the age of believing that the world is full of good people.

Now she only believes in "equivalent exchange" - that is, you must show your unique value in order to be valued and protected by others.

Therefore, she eagerly hoped to get a more realistic answer from Aoun.

For example, tell her like Crocodile, "I need your ability to decipher historical texts to help me realize my ambitions", or tell her clearly like the organization that accepted her previously, "Your ability to collect intelligence is useful to me." .

"Is this how you see yourself?"

Unexpectedly, Aoun did not answer Robin's question, but asked her a new question:

"Do you think you have to be a useful woman to be favored by others?"

Robin neither admitted nor refuted. Perhaps countless thoughts flashed through her mind at this moment, but she remained silent.

If possible, she certainly doesn't want to objectify herself like she is now, but the reality she sees and hears is like this, isn't it?

Gudu~

Aoun grabbed the two glasses of wine on the table and drank one, then put the glass down heavily and said:

"If you think so...then I can be more straightforward. I like your beauty and you are my type. Are you satisfied with this answer?"

After saying this, Aoun stood up and left the office, leaving Robin alone looking at the two wine glasses on the table in a daze.

What does this mean? Is it true or false?

If it was a lie, why did he use such a vulgar reason?

But if it's true, then doesn't it mean that he still wants to get on this ship...

Robin felt that his CPU was not full.